The Pilgrim Fathers were a group of English settlers who sought religious freedom in the early 17th century. They left England due to persecution and sailed on the ship called the Mayflower in 1620. After a long journey across the Atlantic Ocean, they landed at what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts, where they established one of the first successful colonies in America. These settlers are often celebrated for their role in American history, particularly during the Thanksgiving holiday. The Pilgrims formed a community based on their beliefs and values, and their story represents the quest for freedom and the challenges of starting anew in a foreign land.